Maqui berry extract shows potential to improve dry eyes: RCT
A standardized maqui berry extract may improve symptoms of dry eye, with greater tear production and less eye fatigue, according to a new study.
Archives for May 22, 2019
Sabinsa adds three manufacturing sites to USP GMP verification program
Three additional manufacturing sites in India now have third party GMP verification, according to ingredient supplier Sabinsa.
Probiotic quality: Expert review encourages industry adoption of third-party certification
The time is now for industry to voluntarily improve the transparency of probiotic product quality, even in the absence of regulatory requirements, says a recent review.
Thai triple: OptiBiotix continuing APAC expansion with exclusive Thai distribution agreement
UK firm OptiBiotix is continuing its expansion in the Asia-Pacific region with the latest deal for its weight management product, SlimBiome — an exclusive three-year agreement with Thai national distributor Primo.
NZ's stricter infant formula marketing code working well for industry and consumers: Trade body
Stricter infant formula marketing rules in New Zealand have been working well for both industry and consumers so far, according to trade association the Infant Nutrition Council (INC).
Currant affairs: Kiwi blackcurrant cooperative targets functional food growth in Japan as Rugby World Cup looms
The New Zealand Blackcurrant Cooperative (NZBC) is targeting functional food and beverage growth in Japan, with the outfit hoping to gain momentum for the Rugby World Cup being held in the nation this year.
Offline optimisation: Indian e-commerce outfit HealthKart to up retail presence and in-house product range
HealthKart — India's largest omni-channel nutrition platform — is planning further offline expansion and a more extensive in-house range of supplements, supported by a fresh round of financing to the tune of US$25m.
Healthy Ageing APAC Summit: Marketing pioneer to reveal the secrets of effective communication with seniors
With the number of seniors in APAC set to double to 1.3bn by 2050, there will be vast opportunities for food and nutrition firms to secure sales success within this demographic…but only if they can effectively communicate with this growing audience.